Time to add the head to our Elsa! First, the cranium-sphere, divided into halves and then thirds. These lines curve a little, because the head is slightly rotated to the top (it's the same rule as with the eyeballs).

Although drawing is about lines, lines are only the end result of placing a 3D object into a flat surface. This means that if you want to draw something from imagination, you must be able to imagine the 3D object first, not the lines. So let's take a look at how a Disney-style head is constructed, so that you can create a visual model of it in your mind. True: we would all enjoy the fairytale lifestyle, complete with fancy parties, fairy godmothers and castle living. Also true: a very small population is born or marries into royalty, so you might not earn that princess title in your lifetime.

So Magical!

The next step is to find the correct proportions of the face. Here I copied an image of Elsa's face (sometimes it's possible to find original character model sheets for this task) and marked the proportions on it—the line under the eyes, over the eyes, the eyebrows, the hairline, the chin, etc. Then I compared it to my generic Disney face to find out what makes Elsa special. I discovered, among other things, that: The base for the whole head is a sphere. It can be elongated or flattened later, but it's always safe to start with a sphere. It represents the cranium. Divide the lower half into thirds to mark the area of the eyes. The 1/3 point will be the top of the eyes, and 2/3 the bottom. Try to see these face parts in your mind, and you'll keep it from becoming a confusing mess of guide lines.

As I mentioned before, each movie uses a slightly different version of Disney style, so it's not possible to create universal guidelines for all characters. Describing them all individually would also make this tutorial huge and indigestible. It's like a double rotation: first you rotate the eyeballs along with the head, and then you rotate them again. The hairline starts usually at 2/3. Start your hairstyle here. It should be voluminous and lifted from the head, so it's good to start it with a strand wrapping the forehead. But eyes can move independently from the rotation of the head, right? Let me show you how to achieve this effect. Draw the curved diameters of the eyeballs, adjusting their shape to both (imaginary) ends of the motion. This may require some practice to understand, but once you get it, you'll never have a problem with drawing eyes again! Measure the length of half of the circle, and then draw it right under the 2/3 section (under the eyes).Minnie Mouse is the undeniable queen of Disney, so why not try copying Minnie’s adorable mouse ears for your little one? After all, she’s the star of your heart! For this look, you’ll need two elastic hair tie, and hairspray. Here’s how to pull it off: These were the general rules. To create various styles, you can play with them, achieving a unique look for your character—showing their personality and ethnicity. Eyes are the most important part when it comes to showing the emotions of a character. You can achieve various emotions by rotating the eyes, putting the eyelids low or high, changing the side of the iris/pupil, and, most easily, by changing the shape and position of the eyebrows. You can learn more about drawing facial expressions from these tutorials: Finally, outline the eyes. Remember to always keep the shine dots asymmetrical! Also, the nose will partially cover the other eye in the views close to the side.